The Type 34, or 'Razor', was produced from 1961 through until 1969 during which time only 42,505 examples were produced. Compared to its big sister the Type 14 Karmann-Ghia which had a total production run of 445,238 over��19 years, the Type 34 was already considered rare before the paint had dried on the last model. Its introduction at the Frankfurt Auto show�� in September 1961 met with mixed reaction, with the press disliking the bold styling that Sergio Sartorelli had chosen for the new coupe. Ahead of its time, it wasn't until much later that VW enthusiasts began to appreciate the uniqueness of the design. However, very few Type 34s still existed, and many of their Razor specific parts had become difficult to source.

    

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